Training Course on DNA Barcoding and Bioinformatics

The course will cover the following topics:

•        Sample collection

•        Wet lab: DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing

•        Sequence editing

•        Introduction to the Barcode of Life Data Systems (BOLD)

Wildlife Crime and Invasive Species

The ACDB’s vision is to remain at the forefront of research on DNA Barcoding and its applications for wildlife trafficking, biosecurity, and surveillance. We provide species identification of products derived from suspected regulated or illegally-traded wildlife.

• Species identification

• Species authentication

• ID Report and/or 212 statement

Sanger Sequencing

The ACDB provides a flexible, cost effective sequencing option for scientific research, regulatory testing and the industry. Our services range from single to batch submission.

• DNA extraction

• PCR

• Big Dye Terminator sequencing

• Capillary electrophoresis

DNA Barcoding

As the core regional node for the international barcode of life campaign, The ACDB provides DNA barcoding services for plants and animals in compliance with iBOL standards.

• Project creation on BOLDsystems

• Collection data submission

• Image submission

• DNA sequencing of core markers

  • Plant (matk and rbcL)

  • Animals (CO1)

• Sequence editing and submission